Pro-motion laminated display, quad speakers and 4GB RAM is more important than raw cpu performance

Have had a 10.5" pro for 3 years. Of all the tech I've ever bought, this one was so far ahead of it's time, that it still, 3 years later, feels superior to a lot of brand new devices. Highly recommend, especially over the 8th gen iPad.

Started watching you on my TV, but finished watching on my iPad Pro 2017.😃. The sound is incredible! ❤️ it. Thanks, Noah.👍

Watching on my iPad Pro 10.5, Still a beast!

The 10.5 pro was my dream iPad up til now regardless of it being outdated. I was saving for that 2 years ago but I didn’t save that much and I really need an iPad for school so I got the 6th gen. Until today, I still dream of having one 😢 UPDATE: I just sold my iPad 6th Gen and now I'm just waiting for my M1 iPad Pro to arrive! 🥳 DREAMS DO COME TRUE 😭

Fantastic job! I chose the 10.5 vs the 8th gen and I knew I made the right decision. If, like most people, you are using a tablet to consume media / be your best friend while traveling or visiting Starbucks, there really isn't even a question about 10.5's superiority.

I subbed u when u were 15000 subs, the content quality is OP as always. Man wish best luck,u deserve more✌️

just made my purchase of renewed ipad pro 10.5. THank you so much for clear comparison!

2min silence to those who bought ipad7 just before iPad 8 was announced ( me😢) Edit: got the ipad air4 just 1month before they announced the m1 one 💀💀

Great video Noah. Even though my current iPhone is an 11 Pro Max and I plan on upgrading again this year, my current iPad is the same 10.5 iPad Pro and I have no plans on getting a new one unless Apple comes out with something ground breaking in the next few weeks. No iPads that have been released since then have made me want to upgrade. It has plenty of power for me to do what I need on a daily basis. I run my own businesses in real estate and business tech consulting so all of my apps and software run great with no issues. I have the Apple keyboard so it comes in clutch when I need to take care of things that require a keyboard and I don’t have my Macbook Pro on me. Regarding gaming, I play COD and PUBG daily to wind down with no issues at all. It amazes me that there are so many people talking about the 8th gen being better. Why, because of the processor? That’s ridiculous. For the true average user, the 10.5 Pro is not only enough but more than what they need. It just goes to show that specs don’t tell the entire story. If you can find one for a good price in 2020 I say go for the 10.5 Pro 👍🏽 again, awesome video!

Thank u so much I needed this vid so much

Was looking for my first iPad last year and saw one of your videos which you recommended a refurbished iPad Pro 10.5. Instead, I bought an iPad Air 2019 on sale, and before I opened the box I realized it was not what I wanted so I gave it to my sister. Immediately after, I bought a refurbished iPad Pro 10.5 Cellular 256GB and never looked back. The iPad Pro 10.5 has plenty of power and the ProMotion display makes a difference. Thanks for your recommendation.

Noah is a man of his words! Thanks for the video. 👍

Wow this is an underrated channel !

It there is a good tablet out there, be sure that Noah will cover every aspect of it. I am happy to have discovered your channel months ago. You are the tablet king!

thanks mate, very informative and helpful.

I decided to get the Ipad Pro 10.5 in august 2022 over the Ipad 9th generation at first because of the price, and I’m running IpadOS 15.7” still runs great, looks fantastic after 5 years, the weight, the screen size and the thickness are great.

I have both the 10.5” iPad Pro and a 2020 11” iPad Pro. I still prefer grabbing my 10.5 most of the time. I have owned it since release and it has been excellent.

Noah man Really sometimes it feels that you have the super power to read our minds Really helps us to buy our worth and is also really entertaining Great work sir

hey! u really helped me by this video. i got the ipad 8 and im loving it! also i got the logitech rugged folio

Finally someone did this comparision. Instantly ordered the 10.5 pro

Thank you so much you will never know how much this helped me I love your videos keep doing what your doing. Insane

Best ipad channel out there. Actually trying to provide value instead of just going for the next shiny thing

Using a 2017 IPad 10.5 now and was considering the 2020 iPad 8th gen but doesn’t seem a convincing win to upgrade. Will await what’s in store for 2021. Great comparison.

I needed this comparison ! Thanks

I love your vids keep it up 👍

I have my iPad Pro 10.5 now for nearly two and a half years and I still love it. I hope it will keep me happy for a few more years. My husband is still using the first gen 12.9 iPad Pro and feels no need to get a new one too

woah ive never been so early btw keep up the great content :)

Thanks dude ! Wanted to know your opinion about this iPad Pro 10.5. Just got one

Subscribing you today. I love your reviews.

Nice video! Thanks, Noah! Still rocking my iPad Pro 10.5 with 256GB with no problem whatsoever 😁

Waiting for this video for sooo long

Great comparison

I really wanted an iPad Pro 10.5” for school but had to settle for the iPad Air 2 because it was the only one I could afford

Bought used 10.5 pro for 350 eur. Technically it gives you a lot for price- 120 hz display without any air gaps and with True Tone, 4 speakers, great camera and so on. However after purchase I kinda found out it has changed display panel, it’s only 60hz and without that True Tone stuff, and my device broke completely after only one weak (something to do with memory chip apparently). It’s sad that they don’t sell older iPads as refurbished or cheaper.

Still have a 512gb iPad Pro 10.5” and I can’t believe this model is almost 4 years old! It definitely doesn’t feel slow at all. With the A10x + 4gb of RAM I feel it’ll still be good for another 2 years.

This man deserves a billion subscriber flamboyant 👏

I have IPad 8th gen ,Happy and satisfied❤️

Watching this on my 3days old Ipad mini 5💓

The quad speakers is a *HUGE* plus to me! 👍

iPad 10.5 is the best tablet from Apple, and they will never come up with any better one because of the transition to a new design. 120 Hz screen, 4 speakers, 4:3 aspect ratio, cheap accessories. But what makes it the best Apple tablet is the mini Jack. In the multimedia device of this class it is a must have feature. Freedom of controls: you can use gestures or home button without limitations . Outdated processor? It is enough for smooth operation of the system in 120 Hz, it also pulls games in 120 fps without trotling (Hired Ops, Standoff 2, WOT Blitz). Im so happy I have it and I think Im going to hold on to it for at least 8 more years.

Just ordered the iPad 8 32GB cellular. Its for work which means lots of notes, signing papers, mail and on top of that media consumption and also responding to comments. Rocking right now the iPad 9,7 non smart connector and it still works well so with the Smart Keyboard the 8 will satisfy my needs more than enough. Currently I use 15GB on the 9,7 so 32 can be fine , but Sure if you like to edit more you would need more space, as well for storing fotos.... Anyways thanks for the comparison, keep up the good work

Would love to see the 8th gen vs the air 3

Thanks Noah! This answers my question I posted on your video last week.

Just picked up a Pro 10.5 on eBay for $180, can’t wait!

If u have 8th gen .can u try to use lighting to type c cable put into usb hub type c do same data transfer ❤️🙏

I got a 10.5 with 512 GB if storag, new, out of the box, few months ago for a good price. It was not cheap and the 10.5 pro is slower than the newer iPads but never having to worry about having enough storage is worth any speed trade off.

Watching on my imaginary ipad pro ;-;

Watching on my 10.5 IPad Pro right now, still works awesome

I’ve used both and I have to say the older is better though the 8th gen does feel slightly faster and also the battery life tends to last longer by an hour or so. Though I would definitely still go for the pro as it feels much nicer with it’s 120hz screen.

I am very interested in the iPad Pro 10.5. Unfortunately I have encountered a lot of on-screen issues on many products that are sold with not new conditions here. while looking for a product with a new condition I don't think it's right.

YES ANOTHER IPAD VIDEOO

Ipad air 3 vs ipad 8 comparison...really liked this one👍🏽...i am kind of thinking of buying ipad air becuz of the screen

7:13 did he really just say he'd have a stroke? istg this is chaotic but informative as well

Thanks for the video. Can you record A video about iPad Pro 10.5 performance on iOS 14.1?

The Ipad Pro 10.5 also has a design fault where you get a black spot/darkening on the screen above the fingerprint scanner

Stop hating on this dude especially when you benefit any insight from his uploads. As you can see, he sometimes justify what he does because others are hating on it. Just watch his videos. If you don't like what you see, then go look for other youtubers that you best prefer.

7:10 idk why i cant stop laughing at that

I just bought an iPad Pro 10.5 rose gold. I love it! The four speakers are awesome!

I wait for the day that 120hz is the standard of all device screens too. Nice video

iPad Pro 10.5 no doubt. A10X Fusion, ProMotion display and *Quad Speakers* BTW have you done any video on iPad 6th Gen vs iPad Pro 9.7?

As far as I recall, the iPad Pro 10.5 has the iPhone 7 camera rather than the iPhone 6S, as you mentioned

What iPad is best for gaming iPad Pro 10.5 or iPad 8th gen???? Pls let me know

your videos are always helpful ☺️

I can't wait for a iPad 10.5 vs 9th Gen for me at least I would choose the iPad 10.5 over the 8th Gen but it is more hard now because of the 9th Gen!

I’ve had my 2017 iPad Pro 10.5 for almost four years and it still runs like brand new.

Thansk that really helped

One of my dream

watching your video on my 10.5" ipad pro.

The iPad Pro is a good iPad even in 2021 but the white spot issue above the home button is worrisome.

9:27 It’s actually an iPhone 7 camera 😏

What do you think of the 10.5 compared to the iPad 9?

my ipad the air gap actually helped cuz the top screen is kinda flimsy and starting to come off. but cuz the actual screen is underneath whats essentially a cover i just hold it down with a light ipad case and its still useable. if i was with a pro ipad id image that happening be alot more of a issue.

Hello sir love form 💗 India 🇮🇳 . Sir make one video on ipad 8th gen connect to many thing lighting camera adepter. Use 20w change . 🔥🔥🔥🔥

been waiting for this since the poll~ (but i don't really have any plans on either😂)

Old But Gold....

Snagged a 10.5 with a keyboard for 300 last week! Thanks Facebook marketplace.

Noah please drop a video on comparison between s7+ and iPad pro...Love from INDIA🇮🇳

ipad pro 10.5 or ipad 9th Gen ?

should i buy ipad 7th generation 128gb or ipad 8th generation 32gb if they come at same price in the sale ? btw im a student .

We need a comparison with. Ipad 2021

Great video

I’m using an iPad Pro 10.5” UAG case for my iPad 7th gen 10.2”. It’s dimensions are identical and the case works, only problem is the 10.2” is about 1.5mm thicker, so the case fits very tight. It does the job, but I’m a bit concerned whether the tight fitted case can damage the device or bend the aluminum. Any advise ?

i rly want the iPad Pro 2018 11 inch 128 gig WiFi only bc I am an artist but they are really expensive and I can’t afford it. I’m looking to buy either for being able to use the Apple Pencil so thank you for the review!🙂

Naoh, when iPad Air comes can you do a comparison between that and iPad Pro 2018. I wanna know how close they are plz:(

Hi Nick which of this devices would be good for photo editing, iPad 8gen or iPad PRO 10.5 2017 model?

I’ve had literally every size/form factor or the iPad Pro. The 10.5 Pro is still my favorite to this day. The 11” is my current device because of the updated specs, but man that 10.5 was just the perfect build. Felt so good to hold. The fact that I really loved smart covers and that was the last pro to use them is definitely a factor in that.

I've found a refurbished 10.5 Ipad pro 512GB (like new) that costs 60$ more than the new ipad8 128GB. It seems good but the accessories will add up (e.g. having to get the apple pencil instead of the crayon, the combo touch cover is more expensive for the 10.5 model, etc). Which one should I buy??? Is the extra space and nicerdisplay worth it?

Still on 10,5 inch pro. Will do another few years

I am from india and regularly watching Noah's video but i know i have not so much money to buy any if the ipad lol

Plz release the video about best buy between tab s7 plus and ipad pro

Ipad pro 2017 vs ipad 9th gen please 🥺

I am excited for ipad air 2020 vs ipad pro 2018

the 10.5 inch iPad Pro still has the best value out of every iPad.

Ive had a ipad pro 10.5 for years and love it

The ProMotion personally makes me feel dizzy. I find 60fps perfect so I limit the framerate in the settings.

The 10.5 is still an amazing device with Pro Motion and the form factor and the amazing double sided speakers, plus it has an audio jack, and the screen is just right size. Apple’s ideal, peak home button iPad device if they had just continued upgraded the processor. The A10X now does feel slow sometimes though using the current iOS. It weirdly just slows dramatically down at times for unknown reasons, which is irritating as the processor is 5 years old now, using sharing or file manager or starting apps. Other times it runs very fast, so not sure what the reason is. It has 4Gb of RAM which should be plenty to run several apps at the same time. Also, if you buy one, make sure it doesn’t have a screen defect, this model was famous for the screen getting white light syndrome where the keyboard is on the screen. So check for that by putting the screen brightness up to max level on a fully white background. Then it’s easy to spot.

till this day im using 10.5 pro version i bought it in 2019, this device was way ahead of its time 100%,its still fast das pretty much everything that you want ipad to do , i think i will have this amazing device one more year and upgrade it ,nothing is wrong with it whatsoever by the way still gets the updates and all of that❤

Bought used ipad pro 10.5” last month, still 9.5/10 in condition, cheaper price, best decision ever. Love the display, still awesome in 2020 and i think in couple of years to come.

The Pro, is it the 1st or 2nd gen?